($844+) Tampa, FL to Lubbock, TX Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tampa, FL to Lubbock, TX

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,448-mile move from Tampa, Florida, to Lubbock, Texas, with costs ranging from $1,901 - $7,823. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $284 - $1,896. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Tampa and Lubbock. Local movers in Tampa typically start around $266 as a base rate plus $84/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Tampa to Lubbock:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,901 - $4,309
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,524 - $5,545
• 4+ bedrooms: $4,300 - $7,823

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Tampa to Lubbock.

Specialty moving services from Tampa, FL to Lubbock, TX

Specialty needs vary by market: 55% of Tampa movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Lubbock, 44% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Tampa to Lubbock?

Movers licensed to operate in Texas are typically members of the Southwest Movers Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Tampa, FL to Lubbock, TX

Moving containers from Tampa, Florida, to Lubbock, Texas, cost between $1,371 and $4,540. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Lubbock. If you go over that window, storage in Tampa adds around $100/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Tampa to Lubbock:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,371 - $2,390
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,683 - $3,338
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,452 - $4,540

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $71 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $142 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Lubbock, TX, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $664 in Tampa, FL. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Tampa to Lubbock?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Tampa, FL to Lubbock, TX

Truck rentals from Tampa, Florida, to Lubbock, Texas, range from $844 - $2,471 for the 1,448-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $437 - $499
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Tampa daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.60 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Tampa to Lubbock based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $844 - $1,667
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $960 - $1,925
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,174 - $2,471

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $437 - $499 for the 1,448-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Tampa, Florida, for about 5 hours typically costs around $664.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,448-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $142 per night, adding $284 - $427 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $47 and $284.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tampa to Lubbock?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from Tampa, FL to Lubbock, TX

For larger DIY moves from Tampa, Florida, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Lubbock, Texas.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,443 and $2,865.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Tampa to Lubbock:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,198 - $2,174
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,443 - $2,865
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,942 - $3,670

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Tampa, Florida, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $664.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $71 and $142 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Tampa to Lubbock?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Tampa, FL vs Lubbock, TX

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Lubbock, side by side with Tampa on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Our take

How you handle your interstate move from Tampa, FL, to Lubbock, TX, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,901 - $7,823 on the 1,448-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,371 - $4,540 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $844 - $2,471 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $2,524 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Lubbock tend to point to friendly people and easy transportation, though rough weather and lack of recreational options come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Texas Tech University and Covenant Health System.